Ascender

Ascender helps first-generation, minority and lower-income students graduate from college and transfer to the university of their choice.

This program is offered for free and is currently accepting applications.

Why Join?

College can often feel overwhelming. We're here to offer you a network of support - advisors, instructors, mentors and classmates who care about your dreams too.

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FAQs

• Why join Ascender?

  You will join a cohort of students just like you that want to obtain a degree and transfer to a four-year institution.

  You will be able to network with community mentors who will assist you in your educational journey.

• What is the Ascender Program goal for students?

  The goal is to help students reach goals and obtain a degree and transfer to a four-year university and beyond.

• Is there an extra fee to participate in the Ascender Program?

  There are no additional fees to participate in the program, other than the usual costs to attend the college.

• How do I qualify to be in the Ascender Program?
  1. Fill out an application.
  2. Attend a phone or in person interview.
  3. Join the program.
• Who will conduct the phone/in-person interviews?

  Interviews will be conducted by Guided Pathway Specialists and/or Program Professors.

• When is the best time to apply?

  It is best to apply in the spring semester of your high school graduation.

• What will be my time commitment?

  Besides the time you are in class and the time you spend studying, you will also be expected to be involved in extracurricular activities, program events, university tours and community events.

• How long will I be in the Ascender Program?

  The program commitment is for two semesters, but once you are an Ascender Scholar you will always be an Ascender Scholar. There will also be Ascender core courses offered beyond the second semester, but those will be optional.